Table 1.

A Summary of Physical Activity Guidelines for Older People11, 12, 13, 14

•Older people should accumulate at least 150 min to 300 min of moderate intensity physical activity (Aus, WHO, US) or 75-150 min vigorous intensity a week (WHO, US), or an equivalent combination of moderate and vigorous intensity exercise. •Older people should do aerobic, strengthening, and balance training. •Aerobic exercise can be done in bouts of 10 min. •Older people who are not able to meet the guidelines because of health conditions should be as active as their conditions and abilities allow. •Some physical activity is better than none.